Naive Frances "Baby" Houseman travels with her family to a small-town Catskills Mountain resort for the summer. She has always done what is expected of her and is a privileged daddy's girl to the core. She soon becomes infatuated with Johnny, the resort's dance instructor, who shows her a different way of dancing, as well as living. The film stars Jennifer Grey, Patrick Swayze, … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Dirty Dancing
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Film Friday: Last of the Mohicans
Set in Colonial America, three trappers protect a British Colonel's daughters in the midst of the French and Indian War in the film adaptation of the James Fenimore Cooper novel. Academy Award-winner Daniel Day Lewis shines as Hawkeye, a settler adopted by the Mohican tribe. Asheville and the surrounding mountains play a large role in The Last of the Mohicans, … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Last of the Mohicans
The South’s 5 Most Stunning Mansions (That You Can Tour!)
There was a time when the robber barons and oil tycoons from the North would own a second home down South to spend half of the year. It was America's Gilded Age and the homes have the opulence to match the time period. The land was plenty and the weather was mild for these "snowbirds," who created lavish summer getaways in the region. Since that time, everyone from … [Read more...] about The South’s 5 Most Stunning Mansions (That You Can Tour!)
Visiting Asheville’s Biltmore Estate
Visiting Asheville's Biltmore Estate is one of North Carolina's top attractions, bringing in 1 million tourists annually. Featured in movies such as Richie Rich, Forrest Gump, and The Last of the Mohicans, the property is a truly stunning reminder of America's Gilded Age. Touring the Biltmore Estate The 250-room Gothic-inspired estate was built in 1889 by George … [Read more...] about Visiting Asheville’s Biltmore Estate
Southern Stays: Sweet Peas Hostel Asheville
Asheville, North Carolina is known for its bohemian nature, but for those of us who find ourselves somewhere between camping and luxury must settle for budget accommodations. Luckily, Sweet Peas Hostel filled this void with their downtown location. Asheville's Best Hostel Sweet Peas Hostel is easily one of the cleanest hostels I've ever stayed in. Linens and towels are … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Sweet Peas Hostel Asheville
